HSS Clinical Coordinator – Field Based in Washington, Marshall, Clay, Riley, Geary, & Pottawatomie, KS counties
About The Position
At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. If you reside locally in Washington, Marshall, Clay, Riley, Geary, & Pottawatomie counties & surrounding areas, you will have the flexibility to work remotely as you take on some tough challenges. This is a field position with a home-based office. Travelling to visit members’ homes up to 75%25 of the time. Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm CST You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, rehabilitation, nursing, psychology, special education, gerontology, or related human services area or be a registered nurse (RN) in Kansas
- 2+ years of experience working within the community health setting in a health care role
- 1+ years of experience working with persons with long-term care needs
- 1+ years of experience working with persons receiving services on one of the home and community-based waivers in KS
- 1+ years of experience working with MS Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to travel in assigned regions to visit Medicaid members in their homes and / or other settings, including community centers, hospitals, or providers' offices
- Access to reliable transportation & valid US driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Licensed Social Worker or clinical degree
- Background in managing populations with complex medical or behavioral needs
- Experience with electronic charting
- Experience with arranging community resources
Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, and implement care strategies that are individualized by the individual and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care
- Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs, including financial, psychosocial, community and state supportive services
- Manage the person-centered service/support plan throughout the continuum of care
- Communicate with all stakeholders the required health - related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all persons
- Advocate for persons and families as needed to ensure the persons needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team
- Conduct home visits in coordination with person and care team, which may include a community service coordinator
- Conduct in-person visits which may include nursing homes, assisted living, hospital or home
- Serve as a resource for community care coordinator, if applicable
Benefits
- a comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
